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Ninjapedia Band of the Week: Psych

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Six years ago, I had the opportunity to do a photo shoot with a band that was still a secret and rocking out in their basement studio. All of them were seasoned musicians who were ready to test the waters with not only each other, but with a listening audience, as well.

The chemistry between all of them flowed like a sea of sweet chocolate. As I sat there and listened to them, I asked them, “What are you guys waiting on? Get out there and play!”

Their music commands your attention, and the songs are written about real life events and issues, allowing their fans to relate to the songs on a more personal and intimate level. They were received well and gained a fan base in no time at all.

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This Week’s Ninjapedia: A Time for Reflection

ninjapediaOn Friday, June 23 at Chicago Restaurant and Club Gravity, the Third Annual Lehigh Valley Musicians Social took place. My colleague Pitbull and I were filled with anticipation and excitement for the night’s events. As always, when you plan a party (because yes, this was a party), there is always a bit of nervousness, hoping that everything goes as planned without any hiccups.

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Ninjapedia Band of the Week: The Beautiful Distortion

ninjapediaSeveral years ago, I went to my first Backyard Bands competition at the Allentown Fair. I didn’t know what to expect since it was my first time, but this band blew me away! I walked away wanting more, and that’s what you will experience at one of their shows.

Their amazing musicianship, on and off the stage, is something to be commended. Add that to their stellar vocals and unique style, and you have a six-piece monster of rock! With the different influences and talents that each member brings to the table, they fit together like a perfect puzzle.

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Ninjapedia Band of the Week: Alpha Zero Three

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Well over a year ago, I received a message asking me to listen to a song from this “new” band. While I was listening to the song, I thought to myself, “Where in the hell has this band been hiding, and why are they not playing shows?”

Every once in a while, you are fortunate to find a diamond in the rough. Alpha Zero Three is that diamond!

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Ninjapedia Band of the Week: The Plumcocks

Do you like watching a band that has so much energy that it makes you want to jump around, too? If you haven’t experienced The Plumcocks, then you are truly missing out!

These young men truly know how to bring the fun and excitement to the stage through their catchy lyrics, which range from talking about being broke, all the way to having too much caffeine (or maybe not enough). These are all things we can relate to, right? I have had the opportunity to see this band several times, and you can’t help but to smile, dance, and sing along to their lyrics every time they hit the stage.

The Plumcocks have been on a hiatus, but are excited to announce their comeback with a new album and new shows! I, for one, have been looking forward to their comeback, and I can’t wait to catch their first post-hiatus show!

That’s why The Plumcocks are my Ninjapedia Band of the Week!

18738317_853474438141113_2425409465034849545_oIt’s also fitting to mention that, this Tuesday, May 30 from 8-10 p.m., we will feature the world premiere of their latest song, “Run to Me,” on The Fyre and Ice Show. This song won’t officially be released to the general public until June 2, so if you want to be one of the first ones to hear it, then make sure you tune in to Neue Regel Radio this Tuesday night.

Check out The Plumcocks online and on Facebook, Twitter, and ReverbNation to keep up-to-date on the band’s happenings, including dates and new music.

Check out The Plumcocks’ video featuring a demo of their song, “18,” below!

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The Quinn Spinn: Live on the Red Carpet at the LVMAs

The Quinn Spinn teamed up with Ninja from The Fyre & Ice Show to bring you exclusive red carpet interviews from the 18th Annual Lehigh Valley Music Awards, which took place Sunday, March 5, 2017 at the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks in Bethlehem, PA.

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Ninjapedia: What Does ‘Support Your Local Music Scene’ Mean to You?

Welcome to the world of Ninja.

Being heavily involved in the local music scene for more 11 years in multiple capacities, I have always wanted to know what makes a musician “tick.”  I am always engaging musicians in conversations to get their feedback and thoughts on things important to them.

Because I always receive great feedback during these conversations, I decided to start posting questions on my Facebook page to engage musicians from all over the world, in addition to those at the local level. This has been a valuable tool for not just me, but for those musicians, as well.

This is why Ninjapedia was brought to Lehigh Valley Underground: to educate our music scene based on input from our peers. I hope you enjoy the answers to these questions as much as I do.

Today’s question is:

What does “support your local music scene” mean to you?

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The Fyre and Ice Show to Team With Musicians to ‘Imagine a World Without Bullying’

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3/29/2016

Contact:
Tracie Lovett & Amy Danner
fyreandiceshow@gmail.com

The Fyre and Ice Show to Team With Musicians to ‘Imagine a World Without Bullying’

Music video featuring rock remix of John Lennon’s “Imagine” to be taped this summer.

LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa. – Mar. 29, 2016The Fyre and Ice Show, an internet radio show based in the Lehigh Valley and featuring independent artists worldwide, is teaming up this summer with Neue Regel Radio and musicians from around the world to Imagine a World Without Bullying.

The radio show will be revamping John Lennon’s world-renowned hit “Imagine” with a rocked-out remix that will feature additional verses geared toward the anti-bullying movement. The song will be accompanied by a music video featuring musicians from all corners of the globe, who will lend their voices to the project.

The video project is part of a larger movement by Neue Regel Radio to eliminate bullying as a major issue nationwide.

“We know so many amazing, talented and dedicated musicians that all have hearts of gold,” said Tracie Lovett and Amy Danner, co-hosts of The Fyre and Ice Show. “With their assistance, we will knock this movement out of the park in a huge, rock and roll way.”

The Fyre and Ice Show will provide musicians with a re-worked recording of “Imagine” for rehearsal purposes in advance of taping. Musicians from outside the Lehigh Valley are encouraged to record a verse using this official recording for inclusion into the project. Additionally, The Fyre and Ice Show will be collecting testimonials from musicians about the bullying they have experienced in their lives.

Taping dates and locations will be announced in the coming months. For updates, please visit The Fyre and Ice Show’s official website.

About The Fyre and Ice Show

Ninja (Tracie Lovett) and Pitbull (Amy Danner) are avid and committed supporters of the local music scene. They both decided to start The Fyre and Ice Show to give bands another outlet for their music to be heard. The Fyre and Ice Show is full of current events locally and abroad, interviews, rant sessions and, most importantly, your music! For more information, please visit http://fyreandiceshow.wix.com/fyreandiceshow.